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Collette’s, Escondido, CA

Collette’s

4.8
4.8
1341 Reviews
$50 and over
Farm-to-table

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 4 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Innovative

We are committed to giving you a French inspired farm to table fine dining experience. We are forging partnerships with local farmers and organizations to bring you good food done well.

We believe that food has the power to bring people together and build community, and we're honored to be a part of that process.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Farm-to-table, French, Continental
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (760) 745-3835
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Lisa Rivera
  • Catering
    For catering or private dinners call the restaurant and speak personally with Jeannette.
  • Private party facilities
    For catering or private dinners call the restaurant and speak personally with Jeannette.
  • Neighbourhood
    Escondido
  • Cross Street
    Broadway
  • Parking details
    Street parking is usually available on Grand Ave and Broadway. Within a close distance to the restaurant there are also public parking lots.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,341 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Good for special occasions

  • North San Diego

    Best Food

  • North San Diego

    Best Value

  • North San Diego

    Innovative

  • North San Diego

    Great for fine wines

  • North San Diego

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Collette's in downtown Escondido offers a "magical" dining experience with its farm-to-table concept and "delicious food and drinks". The intimate setting and attentive staff create a cozy atmosphere, while the chef's creative dishes, like the "BEST crab cake" and "divine Beef Wellington", ensure a memorable meal. Highly recommended!

1,341 Reviews
  1. Mary

    San Diego

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first time dinning at Collette’s. The food was delicious. We had the scallops and the steelhead trout. All the food tasted wonderfully fresh and was creatively prepared. Annie and all the staff were attentive and pleasant.

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  2. Rebecca

    Los Angeles

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Finely prepared food from locally sourced ingredients. Excellent service from Annie. Lovely ambience. Will return.

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  3. Elizabeth

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was the best dining experience we’ve had in a long time! The food was absolutely incredible and they paid attention to every little detail! And not just to the food, but to the place settings, the chairs, the cucumber water, the amuse bouche, the palate cleanser, literally everything. Even the bathrooms were creative and pleasant. The ambience was warm and comfortable, and the noise level was just right. The service was also incredible, never had to ask for anything, and gave great recommendations from the menu. The Pork Tomahawk was on this delicious polenta and chorizo size and we loved it! We also loved the Farmer’s Vegetables and the drinks we had. I never write reviews, but I really want to support this local restaurant because it is excellent and we will definitely be going back!

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  4. Tobee

    Central Coast

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is little gem in downtown Escondido I had the scallops which were delicious. My husband had the skirt steak which was also very good. The portions are not large but it was enough. The pistachio gelato-very rich and creamy We will be back!

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  5. THOMAS

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great restaurant for a casual upscale dinner. It has a new chef and I am hopeful it does well. It uses farm to table concept and this time of year there isn’t much farming in the area. That concept will function better in the spring and summer, IMHO.

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  6. Lola

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Really wanted to like this place. The service was extremely slow. The food was decent at best. I would come back in hopes of better service. I may try some other choices on the menu.

    1 person found this helpful

  7. Robert

    San Diego

    25 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food choices were excellent and both myself and my wife enjoyed the salmon and Brazilian beef, respectfully. Your chef is EXCELLENT, but I think she needs some help to get food out a bit sooner. we will come back and look forward to other "farm to table" offerings. Just a thought. And would like to see a bit more mid-range priced red wines. Joseph Phelps Insignia is delicious, but I'm not spending $422 a bottle.

    1 person found this helpful

  8. Larry

    San Diego

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Menu online is really confusing. Great service and ambiance. Good food but needs a little more flavor/spices. Pricy.

    1 person found this helpful

  9. Wendy

    San Diego

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food. Very unique concept. Fantastic service. Escondido is lucky to have such a high caliber restaurant. I hope people continue to support it.

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  10. Christopher

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nestled in a cozy spot in Escondido , this farm-to-table restaurant is a hidden gem that delivers an unforgettable tasting menu experience. Every dish celebrates local, seasonal ingredients sourced from nearby farms, transforming humble produce into culinary art. The chef’s passion is evident as each plate tells a story, like a hearty soup that feels like autumn in a bowl, or a fresh salad that captures the essence of spring. The atmosphere is intimate, with a rustic charm that perfectly complements the meal. By the end, we left feeling nourished, inspired, and profoundly connected to the land.

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

Collette’s is rated 4.8 stars by 1341 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Collette’s

113 W Grand Ave, Escondido, CA 92025

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Broadway
  • Neighbourhood
    Escondido
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Farm-to-table, French, Continental
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street parking is usually available on Grand Ave and Broadway. Within a close distance to the restaurant there are also public parking lots.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Lisa Rivera
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (760) 745-3835
  • Catering
    For catering or private dinners call the restaurant and speak personally with Jeannette.
  • Private party facilities
    For catering or private dinners call the restaurant and speak personally with Jeannette.
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